The mission of the Southborough Economic Development Committee
(EDC) is to stabilize residential taxes through the growth of the
Town's commercial and industrial tax base while preserving the character
and charm of Southborough. The EDC is established to expand and strengthen
the local economy, promote job creation, and enhance the Town's quality
of life through prosperous, balanced and sustainable economic development.
The role of the EDC is to investigate current economic conditions,
assist the Town with the creation and execution of appropriate economic
development initiatives and marketing opportunities, coordinate activities
to enhance or expand economic development, and engage in related activities
as necessary to further EDC's mission and purpose.
[Amended 11-1-2021 STM
by Art. 2]
The EDC is a volunteer committee consisting of members of the
community who want to assist the Town in maintaining and enhancing
a prosperous and sustainable economy. The EDC shall be comprised of
no more than nine such persons who shall be appointed by the Select
Board for staggered terms of three years, so that the term of office
of at least one member expires each year. Efforts shall be made to
include a broad representation of the community at large and all appointments
shall be made on the basis of the individual's ability to assist in
the purpose of the EDC and their willingness to serve.